The nation witnessed significant political protests, economic upgrades, and administrative shifts today. In the national capital, a high-voltage drama unfolded at Jantar Mantar as Congress leaders staged a massive protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were detained by the police during the demonstration. Priyanka Gandhi strongly condemned the police action, alleging manhandling before both leaders were eventually released.
Economic Resilience and Scientific Achievements
On the economic front, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced an upward revision in India's real GDP growth projection to 7.1 percent for the current fiscal year, up from the 6.7 percent estimated previously. Meanwhile, the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to French scientist Henri B. Kagan and Japanese scientist Kenso Soai for their groundbreaking research in asymmetric organic synthesis.
Administrative Reshuffle and Sports Updates
In governance and other sectors, Uttar Pradesh witnessed a major bureaucratic overhaul with the transfer of 20 IPS officers, altering police leadership across multiple districts. In sports, explosive batsman Shreyas Iyer made a massive leap in the ICC T20 player rankings, breaking into the top 10 at a career-best seventh position following stellar performances.
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